Chapter 136

Sofia’s POV

I sat behind my desk looking at the applications that had come in. It was time to search for the manager for the store in Atlanta. I didn’t want just anyone though. I needed someone who stood out. Someone who made me feel like I could trust them with the brand. Amethyst was my baby after all.

I clicked on the next applicant. They all had the credentials to be a manager. They wouldn’t have been emailed to me if they didn’t. Sterling made sure when the ad was put out that it was clear to our team that the manager experience was a must.

“Hey,” Sterling spoke as he came into the backroom.

“Well, this is a surprise.” I smiled.

I could see the smirk grow on his lips.

“Just don’t punch me in the face this time.” He chuckled.

“I said I was sorry for that.” I groaned as he reminded me of the last surprise he had tried to pull on me.

He closed the door of the backroom behind him and came over to the desk. He grabbed the open c